business

Using agriculture and agribusiness to bring about industrialisation in Africa

Tuesday, 09 May 2017 Dr. Akinwumi Adesina

A Kenyan maize seller sifts out maize from a bucket to get rid of sand and other impurities. KAREL PRINSLOO/AP/SIPA.

By: Dr. Akinwumi Adesina

No region of the world has ever moved to industrialised economy status without a transformation of the agricultural sector. Agriculture, which contributes 16.2% of the GDP of Africa, and gives some form of employment to over 60% of the population, holds the key to accelerated growth, diversification and job creation for African economies.

How to nurture our young entrepreneurs

Friday, 03 May 2013 Ashish J. Thakkar

Both public institutions and private individuals must support young business owners to provide them with the experience, credibility and capital they need, says CEO of Mara Group, founder Mara Foundation, Ashish J. Thakkar.

Ghana: ICT services liberalisation detrimental to local companies

Monday, 22 October 2012 Lawrence Quartey

Although liberalisation of trade in ICT services has led to increased investments in Ghana over the years, it has nonetheless been detrimental to indigenous businesses, a recent survey report has shown.

Kenya: Stick to what you know to maintain the upper hand - Atul Shah

Wednesday, 23 May 2012 Interview by Isabel Nanton in Nairobi

From a mattress business in the 1970s, Nakumatt has become East Africa's largest retailer. Atul Shah is the director of Nakumatt Holdings, with a $500m turnover and 36 stores in Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania.